• WIO - Bumblebee Sand Soil and Substrate WIO
  • WIO - Bumblebee Sand Soil and Substrate WIO
  • WIO - Bumblebee Sand Soil and Substrate WIO
  • WIO - Bumblebee Sand Soil and Substrate WIO
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WIO - Bumblebee Sand

WIO - Bumblebee Sand

$14.95
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Features a warm mustard-clay color inspired by desert sands and wetland substrates, creating a unique natural look. Its fine, smooth grain mix forms a distinctive base that enhances planted and biotope aquascapes.
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Size : 4.4 lb

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Color: Warm mustard-clay tones that recreate desert soils, wetland silt, and natural pond beds for a rich, earthy riverbed aesthetic.

Composition: 100% natural fine cosmetic sand with smooth, cohesive texture ideal for planted and biotope layouts.

Size Mix: 0.004"–0.08" (0.1–2 mm) ultra-fine grains for soft, natural contouring and easy planting.

Matching: Pairs beautifully with warm stones, driftwood, Bumblebee Stone Series, and wetland-style plants.

Results: Produces a warm, memorable, clay-rich riverbed that enhances plant colors and highlights foraging behavior in fish and shrimp.

Ready to Use: Pre-washed for immediate use; no rinsing recommended due to fine grain size.

Safety: pH-neutral, non-toxic, and safe for all fish, shrimp, snails, and plants.

Worry-Free: Will not alter pH or hardness; stable under high light and CO₂.

Versatile: Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, paludariums, and wetland recreations; use as a full base or cosmetic top layer.

Packing: Available in 4.4 lb (2 kg) and 11 lb (5 kg) bags.

SHIPPING INFO

Fast and free shipping within the U.S. and Australia.

Worldwide free shipping on orders over $599!

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

pH neutral, will not affect water chemistry.

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Bumblebee Sand – Your Ready-to-Scape Mustard Clay Riverbed Substrate

Bumblebee Sand brings a warm, clay-mustard glow to your aquascape — inspired by desert soils, pond beds, and wetland silt substrates. Its distinctive color and fine grain mix create a uniquely memorable foundation for natural aquariums, biotopes, and terrariums.

Whether used as a full substrate or as a decorative top layer, Bumblebee Sand delivers a clean, earthy aesthetic with smooth texture and high visual impact. Its tiny grains make it ideal for planted layouts and for species that love to sift, dig, and forage naturally.

Available Sizes
4.4 lb (2 kg)
11 lb (5 kg)

Each Bag Includes
Fine natural mustard-colored sand with a grain mix of 0.004"–0.08" (0.1–2 mm) for a smooth, cohesive texture

Why You’ll Love It
✓ Unique mustard clay coloration for warm, natural aesthetics
✓ High-density color creates bold, memorable scapes
✓ Fine grain mix ideal for rooted plants and foraging fish
✓ Pre-washed and ready to use
✓ pH-neutral — fully safe for all livestock
✓ Perfect for aquariums, terrariums, paludariums, and wetland recreations

Design Tip
Pair Bumblebee Sand with warm stones, driftwood, and wetland plants to emphasize its clay-rich tones. Use as a top cosmetic layer to create smooth desert, savanna, or marsh-inspired scapes.

Specs & Care
Sand Type: Natural cosmetic sand
Color: Mustard clay with warm earthy tones
Texture: Ultra-fine mixed grains
Grain Size: 0.004"–0.08" (0.1–2 mm)
Effect on Water: Inert — does not affect pH or hardness

Do not rinse (fine grains). Add water gently to avoid disturbance. Skim any floating particles with a net.

Safe for all fish, shrimp, snails, plants, amphibians, and terrarium animals.